What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Christchurch is to bus and train which costs £35 - £75 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Christchurch?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Christchurch is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Christchurch?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Christchurch. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Trinity Place via London Victoria and Stamford Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Christchurch?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Christchurch. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Abbey Wood via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Christchurch?

The distance between Cardiff and Christchurch is 164 miles. The road distance is 163.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Christchurch without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Christchurch without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Christchurch?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Cardiff to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Christchurch bus from?

Cardiff to Christchurch bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Christchurch train from?

Cardiff to Christchurch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Christchurch?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Christchurch is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £260 - £1,100 and takes 6h 35m, you could also bus, which costs £30 - £150 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Christchurch bus arrive?

Cardiff to Christchurch bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to Christchurch train arrive?

Cardiff to Christchurch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Christchurch?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Christchurch is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Christchurch.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

There are 21932+ hotels available in Christchurch.

Cardiff to Christchurch - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Christchurch by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 54m
£78–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
5h 46m
£31–150
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
4h 59m
£40–74
Drive 162.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Christchurchcar 162.8 mi
3h 17m
£40–57
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 35m
£268–1,014
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 16m
£209–461
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
6h 51m
£83–218

Cardiff to Christchurch by train and bus

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Christchurch, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, British Airways, and two other airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY) 3 times a day.

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